McDonald Island (California) facts for kids
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 McDonald Island
Location in Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta
McDonald Island
Location in California
McDonald Island
Location in the United States
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| Location | Northern California |
| Coordinates | 38°00′05″N 121°29′24″W / 38.001311°N 121.489951°W |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta |
| Area | 5,900 acres (2,400 ha) |
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| State |  California |
| County | San Joaquin |
McDonald Island is a cool island located in the Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta, which is a big watery area in Northern California. It's about 53 kilometers (or 33 miles) south of the city of Sacramento. This island is pretty big, covering about 2,400 hectares, which is like 5,900 acres!
About McDonald Island
McDonald Island is surrounded by different waterways. To the north, you'll find the San Joaquin River. On its west side, there's the Middle River and Latham Slough. To the south, it's bordered by Empire Cut. These waterways help define the island's shape and location within the delta.
The island is part of San Joaquin County, California. It is managed by a group called Reclamation District 2030. These districts help manage water and land in areas like the delta.
